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3984: The Deep Reset by Cal Newport on Resetting Your Life
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3984: Cal Newport draws on the myth of Odysseus to reveal how disruption can become a catalyst for building a deeper, more ... Show More
8m 16s
Apr 17
3983: Finding Groundedness in the Age of Anxiety by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Managing Anxiety
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3983: Leo Babauta examines how constant uncertainty fuels anxiety and explains that the solution isn’t control, but buildin ... Show More
10m 21s
Apr 16
3982: Self-Discipline by Steve Pavlina on Strengthening Discipline
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3982: Steve Pavlina breaks self-discipline down into five core pillars, Acceptance, Willpower, Hard Work, Industry, and Per ... Show More
9m 52s
May 2023
More Happier: Elizabeth Talks About Being on Strike as a TV Writer and Reveals Her New Philosophy of Life
Elizabeth talks about the experience of being on strike as a Hollywood TV writer (and, relatedly, working on her new novel), and she also reveals her new insight about how she wants to live her life. Plus we discuss people’s enthusiastic responses to the “What’s Your Neglected Se ... Show More
25m 20s
Jun 2023
Little Happier: It Might Be Boring to Read About the “Land of Happy,” But It’s Probably a Nice Place to Live
People sometimes assume that happiness is boring—but as philosopher Simone Weil points out, while that may be true in literature, it’s not true in real life. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @GretchenRubin on YouTube @GretchenRubin on TikTok @Gretch ... Show More
4m 14s
May 2024
Live a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life: The Secrets to Feeling Young Forever
<p>Today, an absolute powerhouse is here to give you the key to living a longer, happier, healthier, and more meaningful life. </p><p>“I’m 86, but I look and feel 57,” says Mel’s mother-in-law, Judie Robbins. </p><p>Judie is the most happy, alive, vibrant, and well-connected pers ... Show More
56m 53s
May 2023
Ep. 432: Happier Podcast Book Club: Surprise! We Talk About How “Life in Five Senses” Makes Us Happier
Happier Podcast Book Club: We have a conversation about “Life in Five Senses”—abandoned titles, most surprising lessons, material that was cut out, the origin of the “What’s Your Neglected Sense?” quiz, and more. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @Gr ... Show More
38m 3s
Mary Jaksch of Good Life Zen shares the results of studies on choices and decision-making.
Episode 688: The Secrets of Wellbeing Series - Part 4: Does More Choice Make Us Happier by Mary Jaksch of Good Life Zen (Decisions).
Mary Jaksch is an authorized Zen master (Diamond Sangha lineage), psychotherapist, and author. She has two nationalities,--English and G ... Show More
